Build and own the end-to-end algorithmic trading stack for steerable assets like batteries. You will research, backtest, and deploy predictive models across day-ahead, intraday, and the Balancing Mechanism. Working closely with the founders, you’ll turn market and weather data into live P&L, driving flexibility in the modern electricity grid.
Quantitative Power Trader at next-gen energy-tech startup
Join a next-gen energy-tech startup as a Quantitative Power Trader and help solve the grid's biggest bottleneck. You'll own the end-to-end algo trading stack, deploying predictive models for batteries and steerable assets across the UK market. With a team from top energy players and a bias toward shipping live P&L, this is a unique chance to architect an AI-native trading strategy from scratch. We are looking for hands-on Python experts with a quant mindset to turn weather and market data into real-world impact.
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Location
London, United Kingdom
Compensation
Not Disclosed
Company
Confidential company
Role overview
About the company
Next-gen energy-tech startup
What you will do
- Develop and deploy production-grade Python models to automate trading decisions for batteries and other steerable assets.
- Manage the entire trading lifecycle from quantitative research and backtesting to live execution in the Balancing Mechanism.
- Collaborate with engineering and leadership to architect a scalable trading infrastructure designed for future grid demands.
Who this is a fit for
- Proven track record in European power markets, specifically with hands-on experience in intraday or day-ahead trading.
- Strong quantitative background in mathematics, physics, or engineering with the ability to write production-level Python code.
- Demonstrated bias to action with experience in trading flexible assets like BESS or utilizing platforms like PowerBot.
Why this role is remarkable
- Take full ownership of the trading P&L and algorithmic strategy from day one in a rapidly evolving market.
- Join a well-funded startup backed by top-tier VCs, disrupting traditional power company models with an AI-native approach.
- Work alongside a high-caliber team from leading energy companies and consultancies to solve the grid’s biggest bottlenecks.
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